1. L.A. Lakers Can Only Come Together with Brutal Honesty

    Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni resorted to some brutal—if not overly dramatic and somewhat misdirected—honesty after his team's embarrassing loss to the ...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 2,949 reads 21 comments

  2. Mike D'Antoni Calls out Lakers in Mini-Rant After Embarrassing Loss to Wizards

    The Los Angeles Lakers squandered an 18-point lead and spoiled the return of Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol to the lineup by dropping a 103-100 stunner to the visiting Washington Wizards on Friday night...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 42,904 reads 251 comments

  3. 10 Takeaways from Friday Night's Thrilling NBA Action

    Friday night's NBA action was marked by a couple of thrilling finishes and exciting returns to action from a few of the league's biggest stars. Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol rejoined the L...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 22,781 reads 105 comments

  4. Which Injury Is Most Crucial in NBA Playoff Race?

    Many of the NBA 's biggest stars are ailing, and with the playoffs approaching, a few injuries stand out as having the potential to make massive impacts on the postseason race...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 1,634 reads 7 comments

  5. Paul George Puts Larry Sanders in the Poster Business

    In a play that proved no one is truly safe from posterization , Indiana Pacers forward Paul George crammed one home on Milwaukee Bucks shot-blocker extraordinaire Larry Sanders on Friday night...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 2,055 reads 3 comments

  6. Ranking LA Lakers' Most Dangerous 1st-Round Matchups

    Thanks to a solid stretch of play since the All-Star break and the near total collapse of the Utah Jazz , Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers look like they're a pretty safe bet to make the playoffs...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 7,698 reads 48 comments

  7. Denver Nuggets Get Another One in Quietest Winning Streak Ever

    Corey Brewer and the Denver Nuggets somehow erased an eight-point deficit in the final two minutes to steal a 101-100 win against the Philadelphia 76ers Thursday night, yet the ...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 14,491 reads 94 comments

  8. 7 Reasons to Get Psyched for Western Conference Playoffs

    Although it seems like the case every year, there are actually more reasons than ever to get psyched for what's sure to be a phenomenal slate of Western Conference playoff games this season...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 3,516 reads 24 comments

  9. Chris Paul's Most Ridiculous Alley-Oops of the Season

    NBA purists appreciate Chris Paul's unique ability to control the flow of the game and keep track of the other nine other players at once. But everyone loves the way he sets up his L...

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  10. Does LeBron James Resent Cleveland?

    As LeBron James once again destroyed the hopes of the Cleveland Cavaliers and their fans by defiantly leading an incredible charge back from a 27-point deficit on March 19, it ...

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  11. 9 Takeaways from Wednesday Night's 'Bizarre' NBA Action

    Wednesday night's NBA action was among the most bizarre we've seen all season. LeBron James and the Miami Heat endured a 40-minute delay, as fire retardant from the Cleveland Cavaliers' scoreboard pyrotechnics dripped onto center court...

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  12. LA Lakers Getting an Early Look at 'Coach Kobe'

    Sidelined by an ankle sprain, L.A. Lakers star Kobe Bryant has gone from drawing defenders to drawing up plays lately, making for yet another odd storyline out of Hollywood, but also raising a few questions about the efficacy of "Coach Kobe...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 11,901 reads 24 comments

  13. Miami Heat vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Postgame Grades and Analysis for Miami

    LeBron James and the Miami Heat extended their winning streak to 24 games, coming back from a 27-point deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers , 98-95, at Quicken Loans Arena ...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 9,677 reads 30 comments

  14. DeMarcus Cousins Has Words with Kings Broadcaster After Blowing out Clippers

    DeMarcus Cousins had yet another run in with a broadcaster, this time aiming some choice words and an expletive at Sacramento Kings commentator and local radio host Grant Napear ...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 11,477 reads 15 comments

  15. Every NBA Title Contender's Nightmare First-Round Matchup

    When the Golden State Warriors stomped out the Houston Rockets by a final score of 108-78 on March 17, the Dubs didn't just send a message in one of the league's most intriguing new ...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 14,134 reads 75 comments

  16. Sacramento Kings vs. L.A. Lakers: Postgame Grades and Analysis for Lakers

    Despite the absence of Kobe Bryant , the Los Angeles Lakers notched their 36th victory of the year, taking care of the visiting Sacramento Kings by a final score of 113-102. The win was critical for the Lakers for a couple of reasons...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 15,558 reads 69 comments

  17. Ricky Rubio Strikes Again with Awesome Oop

    Ricky Rubio has been something of a highlight factory lately, and he churned out another sweet lob from his alley-oop assembly line in Sunday's 97-95 win against the New Orleans Hornets...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 12,183 reads 26 comments

  18. How Much Is Monta Ellis Worth in NBA Free Agency?

    Coming off of a season-high 39 points in a massive comeback win over the Orlando Magic , Monta Ellis probably wishes the Milwaukee Bucks had to decide how much he's worth right now ...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 3,123 reads 10 comments

  19. Why LA Clippers Are and Aren't Title Contenders

    With just 15 games left in the season, it's pretty amazing that we still don't know for sure if the L.A. Clippers are NBA title contenders. Yes, Chris Paul and Co...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 8,430 reads 57 comments

  20. Delonte West Would Be Double-Edged Sword for New York Knicks' Backcourt

    The New York Knicks are on the lookout for some backcourt help, and their search apparently includes the risky but intriguing Delonte West ...

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  21. 6 Takeaways from Saturday Night's Rousing NBA Action

    Only six games graced the Saturday night NBA schedule, but don't make the mistake of assuming a lack of quantity meant the quality was wanting too...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 16,830 reads 81 comments

  22. The Case for Minnesota Timberwolves Shelving Kevin Love and Planning for 2013-14

    Kevin Love isn't sure when he'll play his next game for the Minnesota Timberwolves . The longer he remains sidelined, the stronger the argument against him returning at all becomes...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 6,664 reads 47 comments

  23. Bringing Pau Gasol Back to Starting Lineup a Risky Move for Lakers' Chemistry

    In a decision that comes with plenty of risk to the L.A. Lakers ' improving chemistry, coach Mike D'Antoni has indicated that Pau Gasol could return to the team and rejoin the starting lineup as early as March 18...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 2,297 reads 21 comments

  24. Miami Heat Becoming the Scariest First-Round Matchup Ever

    Owners of a massive winning streak with no end in sight, LeBron James and the Miami Heat are starting to look like one of the most terrifying first-round matchups in NBA history...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 2 months ago 9,366 reads 25 comments

  25. NBA Great Adrian Dantley Working as Crossing Guard

    NBA great Adrian Dantley ended up on the street after his playing career came to an end in 1991, but don't worry—he's there by choice...

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